Reasons why tinnitus or ringing in the ears may get louder sometimes are still unknown. Reasons why tinnitus or ringing in the ears may get louder sometimes are still unknown. However, researchers say that the worsening of tinnitus sometimes may be attributed to various triggers such as Changes in air pressure: Many people have experienced...
Coughing up blood or hemoptysis refers to the spitting of blood Coughing up blood or hemoptysis refers to the spitting of blood or blood-stained mucus from the throat and lungs (the respiratory tract). Coughed up blood often looks bubbly and is mixed with mucus. It may be red or rust-colored in appearance. It is often...
Hangnails are often seen at the end of a digit near the nail. Despite the name, hangnails aren’t part of your nails, but they are a jagged piece of the skin at the edge of the nail. Hangnails are often seen at the end of a digit near the nail. There are many blood vessels...
When should you see a doctor for a baker’s cyst? Baker's cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form behind the knee. Baker's cysts are often harmless, but you should see a doctor if it is painful because it may indicate a more serious problem like an infection or a blood clot. Cysts are small, fluid-filled sacs...
Type I collagen is usually considered best for the skin. Type I collagen is usually considered best for the skin. It is the most abundant type of collagen in the body. It maintains healthy bones, skin, hair and nails. Like all types of collagen, levels of type I collagen begin to decline after about 25 years...
A patient with liver cancer usually complains of pain in the right abdomen, lower back or shoulder. A patient with liver cancer usually complains of pain in the right abdomen, lower back or shoulder. They complain of throbbing or stabbing pain that does not subside. Usually, the patient also has pain in the right side...
Videostroboscopy or stroboscopy is a noninvasive diagnostic procedure. Videostroboscopy or stroboscopy is a noninvasive diagnostic procedure. This is done to evaluate the vocal cords and the surrounding structures. It provides the doctor with a slow-moving, magnified view of your vocal cords in action. It is performed by an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) surgeon. The...
Effective mosquito repellent The most effective mosquito repellent is N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET) The most effective mosquito repellent is N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET), also called diethyltoluamide. DEET affects mosquitoes’ receptors, preventing them from detecting people. It was first developed by the US military. It is recommended to use it in lower concentrations and limited frequency due to its side...
Like many types of cancer, esophageal cancer in its early stages may be asymptomatic. Like many types of cancer, esophageal cancer in its early stages may be asymptomatic. Diagnosis in people without symptoms is usually accidental because of tests run for other medical problems. A few signs of cancer may be seen in a few...
A myringotomy is a surgical procedure in which a small incision (cut) is made on the eardrum to remove any accumulated fluid, blood, or pus from the middle ear. It is generally followed by placing a ventilation tube over the eardrum. This procedure relieves the pressure buildup in the ear that may be caused because...